# DIY Metallic-Fading Manicures This Autumn Ombre Nail Art is Simple and Posh for the Holidays By Erin Fox | Published 2012-10-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ombre-nail References: [studs-and-pearls](http://www.studs-and-pearls.com/2012/10/nail-diy-autumn-ombre-manicure.html) Creating an ombre nail art manicure is simple with this easy tutorial involving three different colored [iridescent polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipolish) and a foundation sponge. The sponge applique allows one to effectively apply the remaining polishes in as a fading feature. This nail art falls under the overly obsessed ombre infatuation sparked in the beauty arena within recent months. Begin the manicure by applying a orangey bronzed color to the nails. Paint a maximum of two layers and leave to dry before the next round of color. With the second darker color, apply a few strokes to the tip of the foundation sponge and blot half way on the nail; leave to dry. With the last color, choose a [light iridescent green shade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-wear-chill-paint) and apply to the other side of the foundation sponge. Blot the last color on the tips of the nails and set to dry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ombre Nail Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of customizable ombre nail art kits for consumers to create their own unique designs. - **Iridescent Polishes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create an eco-friendly line of iridescent polishes made from sustainable and non-toxic ingredients. - **Sponge Applique:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design a reusable and ergonomic sponge applicator that allows for precise and effortless nail art application. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate augmented reality technology into beauty apps to allow customers to virtually try on different ombre nail art designs. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with designers to incorporate ombre nail art techniques into accessories such as handbags and shoes. - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a sustainable alternative to traditional nail polish remover that is safe for the environment and does not contain harmful chemicals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [At-Home Gel Polish Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelement.md) - [Color-In Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy.md) - [Glittering Springtime Nail Polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opi-your-way-collection.md) - [Customization-Friendly Nail Art Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-art-studio.md) - [Frosted Rose Nail Lacquers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosted-rose-nail.md) - [Puzzle Cube-Inspired Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orly-x-rubiks.md) - [Transformative Nail Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orly-beauty-ph-perfector.md) - [Holiday-Ready Reusable Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facile-nail.md) - [Summer-to-Fall Nail Polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelish-x-morgan-taylor-living-out-life.md)